Technical Project Engineer

Technical Project Engineer | On-site | Huntington Beach, CA About West Coast Solutions West Coast Solutions develops advanced electronic systems for aerospace, power, and cryogenic applications. As a growing team of experienced aerospace professionals, we combine technical excellence with the agility and ownership opportunities that come from working in a small, high-impact organization. The Role We are seeking a Space Electronics Project Engineer to coordinate the design, development, testing, and delivery of flight-ready electronic systems for spacecraft, satellites, and deep-space missions. Working closely with electrical, systems, firmware, mechanical, and manufacturing engineers, you will drive cross-functional communication and keep complex electronic hardware programs on schedule, on budget, and aligned with technical requirements. This role is ideal for a hardware-savvy project leader who enjoys owning programs from concept through delivery and serving as a key interface with customers and suppliers. What You’ll Do • Lead cross-functional communication and coordination for the design and production of complex electronic modules • Coordinate technical requirements, schedules, and budgets, identify risks, and maintain design and development alignment • Develop detailed task breakdowns, durations, dependencies, and resource needs for engineering work packages • Plan and manage environmental, functional, and electrical testing to ensure space-qualification standards are met • Oversee investigations of electrical anomalies, perform root-cause analysis, and write discrepancy and test reports • Communicate directly with NASA, commercial customers, and third-party component vendors and fabricators • Maintain program documentation, including risk registers, schedules, and configuration-controlled baselines • Participate in design reviews and technical discussions throughout the product development lifecycle Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related STEM discipline • 5+ years of project or program management experience in a hardware development environment • Experience with EVMS, risk management, and configuration control • Familiarity with space-grade EEE parts, radiation-tolerant design, and agency standards such as NASA or MIL-spec compliance • Strong technical writing and documentation skills • Strong written and verbal communication skills • U.S. citizenship and the ability to pass security or background investigations for defense or federal space contracts Preferred Qualifications • Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline • Experience with spacecraft, satellite, or deep-space mission hardware • Familiarity with electronic systems design, circuit debugging, and laboratory test equipment • Experience with the design of printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) • Experience with embedded FPGAs, microprocessors, or communication and sensor interfaces • Experience supporting products through prototype, qualification, and production phases • Experience interfacing directly with customers, vendors, and fabricators Compensation & Benefits Salary Range: $110,000 – $128,000 depending on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated capability. • Performance Bonus: Eligible employees participate in an annual bonus program based on individual contribution and company performance. • Healthcare Coverage: Receive a monthly healthcare stipend and choice of multiple company healthcare plans. HSA-compatible plans are available. • Retirement Planning: Simple IRA with 3% company matching and immediate vesting. • Paid Time Off: up to 10 days PTO based on role and experience level, 10 paid holidays, and sick leave. • Equity Opportunity: After 12 months of employment, select employees may be considered for participation in the company’s incentive stock option program based on performance and contribution. • Professional Growth: Work alongside experienced aerospace professionals on challenging technical programs with opportunities for career advancement. • Relocation Assistance: May be available for exceptional candidates on a caseby-case basis. West Coast Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Due to the sensitive nature of our work and export control requirements, applicants must be US citizens.